Dramatic Transformation: Verdi's 'Ernani' Verdi's opera is in four acts and takes place in 1519. ACT 1 opens in the Pyrenees, where the notorious bandit Ernani is camped out with his men. He's deeply in love with Elvira, who's being forced to marry her guardian Silva. Radio Clásica - Web Oficial. Muslim Magomaev - Personal site - Main. Digital Concert Hall. Hello, tilopa2. Operacast - Opera Broadcasts on the Internet. Radio 3 - Home. BELCANTO. Classique.